Material Handler

AM BIDCO OPERATIONS LLC dba MOVA Metals; Freeport (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

MOVA Metals in Texas seeks a reliable Material Handler to support the Warehouse Department. You will weigh, load, unload, and ship catalyst materials, operate basic equipment, and maintain clean, safe work areas in accordance with OSHA and site rules.

The role requires a high school diploma, at least three years in warehouse or chemical loading, and forklift certification. You must follow written and verbal instructions and work well in a team handling hazardous materials with care.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum three years of warehouse and/or chemical loading/unloading experience.
• Forklift certification required.

Responsibilities

• Weigh, label and prepare product for shipment.
• Unload catalyst railcars, roll-offs, and sample feed pad as required.
• Unload and sample store bins from trucks.
• Maintain cleanliness and safe conditions; follow safety and environmental regulations.
• Transfer and haul catalyst to containment buildings and feed pad for plant operations.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

About the Company

MOVA Metals is a global technology leader in the recovery of critical metals and innovator in renewableenergy. Having serviced the oil refinery industry since 1973, MOVA is the world’s largest recycler of spent petroleum catalysts. We use hydrometallurgical operations to produce the pure oxides of molybdenum and vanadium. These unique patented operations allow us the flexibility to optimize metal content in spent catalyst. Our processes deliver a sustainable alternative to landfilling and exporting of hazardous materials.We are the leading Verified Recycler and Reclamation Facility of spent catalyst globally. The process recovers molybdenum and vanadium that are then reused in chemical and metallurgical applications by major catalyst producers, steel and battery manufacturers.

Position Summary

The Material Handler will follow standard work methods and practice safe work habits to ensure production is efficient and safe. Specific duties include but are not limited to: The incumbent will perform typical Material Handler operations to support the Warehouse Department. Works with minimal supervision. Detects and reports defective materials or questionable conditions to the department supervisor. Performs prescribed preventative maintenance on equipment and machines as required. Maintains the work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition and follows prescribed safety and environmental regulations. Prepare and maintain records and reports. Complete required training as assigned. All other duties as assigned. Required to be familiar with basic hand held tools and equipment such as front end loaders, forklifts, cranes, scissors lifts, barrel grabbers and portable air compressors. Must be able to perform, but not limited to, the following tasks: Weigh, label and prepare product for shipment. Unload catalyst railcars. Unload roll-off’s and sample feed pad as required. Unload and sample store bins from trucks. Keep oil drain inside containment buildings unplugged and maintained. Housekeeping for safety and environmental maintenance and prevention. Transfer and haul catalyst to the containment buildings and feed pad for plant operations. Calculate pounds and kilograms for shipments. Must be familiar with all the equipment and tools to perform the tasks stated above. Able to perform basic set-ups and maintenance on the equipment and tools that are used on them. Must be able to work as a team. Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions and communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Must be able to receive and complete training in the following areas: OSHA, LOTO, DOT, HAZMAT, RCRA, Site-Specific Training and all other trainings/certifications as required.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required along with three years or more warehouse and or chemical loading and unloading experience. Forklift certification required.

• Must be able to lift, pull and push materials and equipment to complete assigned job tasks.
• Must be able to stand, sit, walk, reach, bend, squat, kneel, and climb stairs/ladders for an entire shift.
• Must be able to pass respirator fit test and employment physical including a drug and alcohol test.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and use E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires.